Cocktails & More
Howdy, folks! Welcome to the Leaning Sign Liquor blog, the digital watering hole where we merge old-school charm with modern mixology. Now, I know a thing or two about the simple pleasures of life – be it the roar of a V8 engine or the sound of a cork popping from a fine bottle. Here, we’re diving deep into the art of crafting the perfect cocktail. Whether you’re a whisky on the rocks purist or looking to shake things up a bit, we’ve got recipes that’ll knock your boots off. So, grab your favorite glass, gather ’round, and let’s toast to good drinks, great company, and the undeniable LSL touch in every concoction. Cheers to the simple, strong, and spirited!
Ranch Water
One of the easiest and most refreshing summer cocktails is ranch water. It is just a simple mix of lime, sparkling water, and tequila.
Bourbon Strawberry Iced Tea
The Bourbon Strawberry Iced Tea is a mellow summer sipper, perfect for any day you’re craving something tall, cool and easy-drinking. Besides it being a crowd-pleaser thanks to its flavors, it’s also a breeze to assemble.
Summer Breeze
Refreshing, easy, and a great way to enjoy whiskey on warm days, this summer breeze cocktail has it all. A premium bourbon is a wonderful background for the sparkling citrus cocktail that mixes up in minutes.
The Forbidden Sour
Meet the Forbidden Sour, a tasty combination of bourbon, lemon juice and simple syrup that is accented by the unmistakable flavor of pomegranate.
Kentucky Mule
A Kentucky Mule is a twist to the classic Moscow Mule. Replace vodka with bourbon and you have a refreshing summer cocktail.
Bourbon Rickey
The Bourbon Rickey was the original Rickey before later giving way to the Gin Rickey in popularity. The simple mix of bourbon, club soda and lime was a collaboration between bartender George Williamson and Colonel Joe Rickey, when Williamson added half a lime to Rickey’s usual order of bourbon, ice and sparkling mineral water.
The Proper Daiquiri
In its purest form, the Daiquiri is simple and sublime, a delicate blend of rum’s sweetness with the raw freshness of sugar and lime juice.
Irish Maid
The Irish Maid is a Irish Whiskey Cocktail with cucumber, lemon and St. Germain. This cocktail is very smooth and flavorful.
Classic Mojito
A mojito is a refreshing cocktail that originates from Cuba. This rum based beverage is made with white rum, mint, sugar, lime, and club soda.
Whiskey Sour
Whiskey sours are an interesting but delicious combination of whiskey, simple sugar, lemon juice and an egg white. This cocktail is smooth, silky, and sour.
Espresso Martini
The espresso martini is the perfect drink to both wake you up, and to enjoy a rich, alcoholic drink. This drink infuses espresso with vodka and coffee liqueur, creating a flawless pick-me-up.
The Manhattan
A Manhattan is popular cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters. A Manhattan is a simple drink, with only three ingredients but it comes with multiple variations. This sophisticated whiskey drink has a long history and has stood the test of time. It’s got only three ingredients, where the measurements match the area code for Manhattan, 2-1-2.